The Ducks used both Jeff Lockie and Taylor Alie throughout the game. Combined, they were 12 of 20 for 137 yards, one touchdown and one interception. They also rushed for 40 yards combined.

Running backs

A

Royce Freeman and Taj Griffin both had huge games, as the Ducks rushed for 361 yards. Get used to it. Running the ball will have to be a theme for Oregon to continue to win.

Wide receivers

A-

They weren’t much of a factor as receivers, but wide receiver Bralon Addison had a touchdown pass on a trick play. And freshman receiver Jalen Brown caught his first career touchdown pass.

Offensive line

A-

Oregon had 537 total yards, and the offensive line did a better job of controlling the line of scrimmage.

Defensive line

A

The defensive line played a great game. Alex Balducci, DeForest Buckner, Tui Talia and Henry Mondeaux combined for 15 tackles, two sacks, two quarterback hits and held Colorado to just 77 yards rushing.

Linebackers

A-

Rodney Hardrick had eight tackles, one sack and forced a fumble, and Joe Walker had six tackles, an interception and recovered a fumble. Torrodney Prevot and Christian French each had a sack.

Secondary

C+

There were still too many plays in which receivers were left wide open. Fortunately for the Ducks, Colorado’s receivers had some drops. But they were improved, allowing 231 passing yards. It was a positive step.

Special teams

B

Kicker Aidan Schneider was 2-for-2 in field goals, but punter Ian Wheeler struggled. There also was a penalty that hurt after a big kick return by Charles Nelson.

Coaching

B-

The Ducks showed some better creativity on offense, and the defense was improved. A poor call on fourth-and-1 late in the game allowed Colorado to score a touchdown and cut Oregon’s lead to seven points. A punt, up two touchdowns, would have been a better call.